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With elegant simplicity and unswerving honesty, Irene Nemirovsky chronicles the brutalizing effects of war on three ordinary Parisian families whose lives intertwine, spanning the years between 1912 and 1941. What starts out as a glorious campaign in 1914, full of optimistic declarations of France's greatness, soon turns to shame and cynicism as the conflict drags on. Parisians, suffering from cold and hunger, seem unable or unwilling to comprehend the horrors of the trenches.

Trace the resilience of Gothic architecture as a medieval masterpiece survives war, revolution, and fierce fire. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive history transports you to the bustling heart of twelfth-century Paris. Step directly into the shadows of soaring vaults and stained...